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Summary: An elliptical machine works the heart and lungs the most, but it also works the quads, butt, calves and arms, depending on the difficulty level set on the machine. Discover the muscle groups that get the best workout on the elliptical machine with healthy tips from a certified sports performance nutrition adviser in this free video on fitness.
Ashleigh Gass is a certified sports performance nutrition advisor. She has been working in the health and wellness industry for a decade, having been fortunate to work with clients...read more
"Hey. I'm Ashleigh Gass with brilliantathlete.com. So just what muscles does an elliptical machine work? Right now, I'm on an elliptical machine, and primarily it's my heart and my lungs that are going to be worked. But as you can see, I'm using my legs and my arms. So this is actually a very good workout for your quads, for your butt, for your calves, and your arms. I can make this more difficult simply by increasing the level of difficulty. And then, I've got to work my legs harder and I've got to work my arms a little bit harder, as well. So if you're looking to come into the gym and get a good aerobic workout with a little bit of strength as well, the elliptical machine just might be for you. Thanks. I'm Ashleigh Gass with brilliantathlete.com. Be healthy."